The year ahead: Here’s what travelers should expect in 2024
If you’re planning to travel somewhere in 2024, you probably have lots of questions. Like, how much will it cost? Is it safe? Are there places I should avoid? Should I just stay home?
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I travel nonstop: here are 12 bucket list places you have to see
There’s no shortage of fascinating places to visit. I know because I’m on the road 365 days a year, and in 2023, I traveled to a few bucket list destinations I can personally recommend.
Disability pretenders are traveling again. But do they have a point?
More disability pretenders are flying and staying in hotels than ever. But do these fakers have a valid point about the state of travel?
Blacklisted by a travel company? Here’s how to avoid it — and what to do if you’re banned
If you’re banned by a travel company, how do you get unbanned? It’s happening to more people than ever. Here’s what to do.
Luggage lies: Baggage trackers don’t always work!
If you think having a baggage tracker will prevent your luggage from getting lost, think again. Here’s why AirTags or Tiles fail.
Please, let’s get rid of these obsolete hotel amenities!
Why is travel filled with obsolete hotel amenities? Because many hotels don’t listen to their guest — and they want to make more money.
Should you really sleep on the airport floor?
If your flight is delayed — I mean, really delayed — should you just sleep on the airport floor?
This is how to travel during El Nino
Last month, the National Weather Service issued an El Nino advisory, predicting the unusual warming of surface waters in the eastern Pacific Ocean. Here’s how to make sure it doesn’t affect your next trip.
Stop switching airline seats! Here’s why you should stay put
Someone has to say it, so I will: Please, stop trying to switch airline seats. Here’s why — and how you can still get a decent seat.
Holiday travel advice: It’s not too late to book!
Good news: It’s not too late to book a trip for the holidays. Prices are falling and there’s still availability — if you know where to look.